Asistente de Recursos Humanos

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance as a means to build a pathway to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of climate change. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, employing thousands of individuals dedicated to humanitarian efforts. The organization is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging candidates from various backgrounds to apply. WFP has received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its significant contributions to global humanitarian efforts. The organization values integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, and inclusion, striving to create a healthy and inclusive work environment for its employees. WFP invests in the personal and professional development of its staff through various training and mentorship programs, offering opportunities for internal mobility and career advancement across its global offices.

Job Overview:
The Asistente de Recursos Humanos position at WFP involves a range of human resources activities that require a certain level of interpretation of standard guidelines and practices. The role is crucial in ensuring the effective application of WFP's HR policies and procedures, supporting the delivery of high-quality HR services to clients. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in general HR inquiries and follow-up actions, providing guidance and training to staff members to enhance their understanding of HR systems and procedures. This position also entails acting as a liaison with other internal departments regarding HR matters, ensuring timely and accurate information flow. The Asistente de Recursos Humanos will play a vital role in maintaining confidential personnel records and HR databases, ensuring compliance with established standards. The role is designed to support the strategic and client-focused HR services of WFP, contributing to the organization's mission of providing humanitarian assistance effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of the Asistente de Recursos Humanos include:

• Providing assistance in general HR inquiries and ensuring high-quality HR services are delivered to clients.
• Offering guidance and training to other staff members to support their development and enhance their knowledge of HR systems and procedures.
• Acting as a liaison with other internal departments regarding HR matters such as payroll and contracts, facilitating necessary information for timely HR service delivery.
• Extracting and compiling HR data related to recruitment, selection, contractual conditions, and performance.
• Providing administrative support in various HR activities within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Maintaining confidential personnel records, HR databases, and files to ensure accurate data storage and updates according to established standards.
• Preparing various HR documents required for specific activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Utilizing HR management systems to input and update a wide range of data, assisting in tracking various deadlines (e.g., contract expirations, performance evaluation tools) to ensure compliance and data accuracy.
• Supporting the mobilization and deployment of personnel, as well as managing associated administrative processes, including basic report preparation to contribute to WFP's timely and effective response to emergencies.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a completed high school diploma as a minimum. A university degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Labor Relations, Psychology, or a related field is desirable. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of HR principles and practices, as well as the ability to interpret and apply HR policies effectively. Proficiency in HR management systems and administrative platforms is also beneficial. The role demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to WFP's values and mission, showcasing their ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have completed their high school education, with a preference for those who have obtained a university degree in relevant fields such as Business Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Psychology, or similar disciplines. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of human resources management and the application of relevant policies and procedures within WFP.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 to 5 years of professional experience in supporting human resources functions. This experience should include personnel administration, contract management, and maintaining HR records. Familiarity with recruitment processes, onboarding, and internal customer service is essential. Additionally, experience in supporting learning and development programs, including training coordination and orientation, is desirable. Knowledge or prior experience with HR management systems and administrative platforms, such as Workday or WINGS, will be considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, with intermediate proficiency in English being desirable. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages will enhance the candidate's ability to perform in a multicultural environment and engage with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time role based in San Salvador, El Salvador. The contract duration and specific seniority level will be discussed during the recruitment process. WFP is committed to recruiting both nationally and internationally, ensuring a diverse pool of candidates. The organization offers an attractive compensation package, which will be detailed in the Terms and Conditions section of the vacancy announcement. WFP emphasizes the importance of providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.